Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) Cath/EP Lab - Days Full Time

CaroMont Health is hiring a Full Time Cardiovascular Tech(CVT) to work Day shifts within our Cath/EP Lab team at the CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC!

Sign-on Bonus up to $13,000 (Full-Time) based on experience!

Cardiovascular Tech Roles and Responsibilities: 

• To perform diversified duties in the Electrophysiology Lab and Hybrid OR, assisting the electrophysiologist intra-procedurally including preparation and positioning of patients, operation of x-ray equipment in radiological and fluoroscopic procedures, scrubbing, monitoring, and recording hemodynamic parameters according to policy.
• Must successfully complete corporate and department specific skill validations and maintain core competencies.
• The CVT will be competent to monitor and scrub diagnostic and interventional electrophysiology studies, ablations, device cases such as: generator changes, PPM and ICD implants including complex CRM devices, device explants, lead extraction, venogram, temporary PPM, left atrial appendage closure, and implantable loop recorders.
• Responsibilities may also include training new or existing employees.
• The CVT Staff may progress to CVT Intermediate or CVT Advanced by completing skill validations and maintaining competencies to monitor and scrub additional EP Lab procedures.
• ** See EP Lab Career Advancement Ladder document for additional detail

Areas of Specialties: 

• Cardiac Cath Lab Procedures
• TAVR – Structural Heart
• Non-TAVR – Structural Heart
• Advanced Peripheral Vascular
• Complex CCL Procedures

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Cardiac Cath Lab or Electrophysiology Lab experience Highly preferred
• Registry or certification as a Cardiovascular Technologist, or Certificate of completion from approved CVT program.  (CaroMont Health may recognize credentials in alternate Allied Health fields for candidates with experience in Cath Lab or EP Lab setting.) REQUIRED
• 1 year of clinical experience required in specialty area.
• RCIS and/or RCES Highly preferred 
• BLS/ACLS certification REQUIRED
• Able to communicate and collaborate effectively with staff, patients, physicians, ancillary professionals and families for positive results and outcomes. 
• Caromont Health may recognize alternative allied health credentials for applicants with experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab or EP Lab setting.  
• Applicants with 2 or more years of experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab or EP Lab may be considered for the CVT Intermediate skill level. 
• Applicants with 3 or more years of experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab or EP Lab may be considered for the CVT Advanced skill level. 
• Applicant must successfully complete the corresponding competency requirements and skill validations within 90 days of hire to maintain the CVT Intermediate or CVT Advanced skill level.

About CaroMont Health

CaroMont Health recognizes that caring doesn’t stop with patients. When we take good care of our employees, we empower them to take even better care of our patients. We’ve built a positive, inspiring culture with benefits that reward hard work. We are always looking to grow our team with individuals who share our commitment to extraordinary care.

At CaroMont Health, we offer:

• A professional and supportive environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Mentorship and residency programs
• Competitive salary and shift differential
• Tuition reimbursement (eligibility within 90 days of hire date)
• Opportunity for certification assistance and pay
• Competitive paid time off program
• Access to Gaston College's new portable simulation lab

Looking to make the next step in your career? Join our warm, friendly, community-based environment and apply today!

CaroMont Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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